Native Aquatics Technician I
Opening date: Jan. 22, 2024
Closing date: Feb. 19, 2024 or when filled
Salary: $15.18–$16.76 per hour
Location: Springville, UT
Time frame: Approximately Feb. 26 to Aug. 31, 2024
Positions available: 1–2
Housing: Not provided
The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has a seasonal position (no benefits) available at the Central Region Office in Springville, Utah. This appointment will be full time (40 hours per week) from approximately late February through August 2024.
Job duties
We are seeking motivated individuals interested in gaining fisheries and conservation experience as a native aquatics technician. The selected applicants will assist biologists with tasks focused on monitoring the recovery of the federally threatened June sucker (Chasmistes liorus), a species of fish endemic to Utah Lake and its tributaries. Job duties include:
- Assisting with stream, lake and wetland fish surveys using a variety of sampling methods, including netting, electrofishing and trapping
- Assisting with non-native fish control efforts
- Data collection and entry
- Maintaining equipment
- Participating in public outreach events
Job requirements and skills
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license at time of employment. Applicants should have the ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions. They must successfully pass a criminal history background check upon hire.
Preference may be given to applicants who have prior fisheries/aquatics experience, and/or experience towing and operating motorized watercraft. Preference may also be given to applicants that currently have or are in the process of obtaining a related degree.
Knowledge of aquatic sampling methods, aquatic species identification, data management and public outreach skills are desired.
Other
Typical work schedule is Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (10 hours per day). Occasional Friday work may be required.
Applicants must be willing to conduct fieldwork for an extended period of time, in a variety of weather conditions. Work requires physical exertion, and may require the ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach and lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Applications
Interested applicants may apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter to:
Andrew Nagy, June sucker biologist
385-224-6719
anagy@utah.gov
DNR complies with the ADA. Hearing-impaired employees who wish for further information regarding this announcement may call the DNR TTY number at 801-538-7458. Disabled employees who desire reasonable accommodation in the interview process should contact the DNR Human Resources Office at 385-315-2834.
People and culture expectation
The successful applicant(s) will be expected to uphold the Division’s values of integrity, professionalism, accountability, teamwork and cooperation. The behaviors they embrace should set an example of professional and personal respect. Seasonal employees are expected to actively promote a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, as well as make good faith efforts to understand people as unique individuals with diverse life experiences, challenges and opportunities.